Snapchat friend-ranking sparks concern
A new friend-ranking feature on the popular app Snapchat is alarming teens and parents. Judy Ho, clinical and forensic neuropsychologist, joins CBS News to discuss.
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Florida high court allows 6-week abortion ban
Florida voters will have a chance to enshrine access to abortion in the state's constitution, but the state was also given the go-ahead to enact a six-week ban. Kate Zernike, national reporter for The New York Times, joins CBS News to discuss a recent state Supreme Court court ruling and evaluate how it might affect the November election.
Florida court upholds 15-week abortion ban
The Florida Supreme Court is allowing a vote on a constitutional amendment on abortion this November. The high court also upheld the state's 15-week abortion ban. CBS News campaign reporter Shawna Mizelle breaks down the ruling.
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Gov. DeSantis allies and Disney
The settlement ended almost two years of litigation
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs social media ban for minors as legal fight looms
Florida will have one of the country's most restrictive social media bans for minors — if it withstands expected legal challenges.
Gov. DeSantis signs measure banning homeless from sleeping in public spaces
Encampments would be created if local homeless shelters reach maximum capacity
Haitians trying to flee country amid violence
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is deploying 250 extra officers and troops to his state's southern coast amid concerns about more people fleeing Haiti as it descends into worsening violence. CBS News correspondent Cristian Benavides has more.
Settlement limits Florida "Don't Say Gay" law
A lawsuit settlement in Florida over the state's "Don't Say Gay" law will allow students and teachers to openly discuss gender identity and sexual orientation as long as it's not part of classroom instruction. Jim DeFede from CBS News Miami has more.
Gender ID, sexual orientation can be talked about in Florida classrooms after lawsuit settlement
Students and teachers will be able to speak freely about sexual orientation and gender identity in Florida classrooms, provided it's not part of instruction.
Sexual orientation, gender ID can now be talked about in Florida classrooms
Students and teachers will be able to speak freely about sexual orientation and gender identity in Florida classrooms, provided it's not part of instruction.
University of Florida cuts all DEI positions
The University of Florida is cutting all diversity, equity and inclusion roles on campus because of a law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last year barring state or federal funding use for such programs. Molly Ball, a senior political correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with a look at the law's impact.
Potential Trump VP picks speaking at CPAC
Former President Donald Trump will speak at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Maryland on Saturday as South Carolina voters head to the polls for that state's GOP primary. CBS News campaign reporter Allison Novelo breaks down the latest at the conservative political gathering.
Senate border security deal dividing GOP
The Senate is expected to unveil a bipartisan border security deal as early as Friday, but the bill has been dividing Republicans. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Disney's free speech lawsuit against DeSantis tossed, second suit pending
A federal judge has dismissed Disney's free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Biden and Trump say GOP primary is over
President Biden and Donald Trump both believe New Hampshire has ended the battle for the GOP presidential nomination and the general election has begun. However, Nikki Haley wants the race to continue. Anthony Salvanto and Robert Costa have more.
What to know ahead of New Hampshire primary
Former President Donald Trump and former U.S. ambassador to the U.N. Nikki Haley will face off Tuesday in the New Hampshire primary. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins to discuss the latest in the race.
How does the New Hampshire GOP primary work?
Republicans are set to award the next 22 delegates in the race for the GOP nomination at Tuesday's New Hampshire primary. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins "America Decides" to explain what to watch for.
How New Hampshire may impact Haley's momentum
Nikki Haley and Donald Trump are the only ones left in the New Hampshire Republican primary. Bloomberg News senior national political correspondent Nancy Cook and 24sight national politics reporter Tom LoBianco join "America Decides" to discuss each campaign's strategy.
What went wrong with DeSantis' 2024 campaign?
There are just two Republican presidential contenders left after Ron DeSantis' abrupt exit from the GOP primary. CBS News campaign reporter Aaron Navarro and chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett join "America Decides" to look back at the Florida governor's campaign and assess what went wrong.
DeSantis misattributed quote to Churchill in post ending campaign
The Winston Churchill quote used by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on X is often misattributed to the former British leader, scholars say.
Haley rallies for support after DeSantis exit
Nikki Haley will get a head-to-head battle with Donald Trump in Tuesday's New Hampshire primary after Ron DeSantis dropped out of the race Sunday. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has more on where Haley's hoping to finish in the primary and Trump's defamation case in New York.
Reactions to DeSantis dropping out of race
Ron DeSantis announced he was suspending his presidential campaign over the weekend, leaving Donald Trump and Nikki Haley in a two-person race for the GOP presidential nomination with the New Hampshire primary Tuesday. CBS News' Penny Kmitt, Olivia Rinaldi and Aaron Navarro have more.
Trump and Haley face off in New Hampshire
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ended his 2024 presidential campaign on Sunday before endorsing former President Donald Trump days before New Hampshire’s first-in-the-nation primary. Meanwhile, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley is intensifying her criticism of Trump as she attempts to close the gap in the Granite State. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil is joined by Caitlin Huey-Burns and Robert Costa to discuss the state of the GOP race.
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DeSantis drops out of GOP presidential race ahead of New Hampshire primary; Four teams remain in NFL playoffs.
Without DeSantis, what shifts in New Hampshire?
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced Sunday he is dropping out of the 2024 Republican presidential race. In a video posted to X, DeSantis said he could not ask his campaign staffers to give their time "without a clear path to victory." CBS News political director Fin Gomez breaks down what's ahead in New Hampshire. Then, CBS News campaign reporter Olivia Rinaldi takes a look at the Trump campaign's reaction to DeSantis exiting the race.
College protesters dig in as demonstrations against war grow
Protesters nationwide are demanding that schools cut financial ties to Israel and divest from companies they say are enabling the conflict.
Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Tornadoes destroy homes in Nebraska as severe storms tear across Midwest
Multiple tornadoes were reported in Nebraska and a destructive storm moved from a largely rural area into the Omaha area.
Harvey Weinstein to appear in NY court next week
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges was overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
Former Colorado paramedic Jeremy Cooper sentenced in death of Elijah McClain
Former Colorado paramedic Jeremy Cooper was sentenced to four years probation, 14 months work release and 100 hours of community service on Friday afternoon.
Fire still burning after freight train derailment
Authorities say a freight train derailment and fire have forced the closure of a key east-west interstate trucking route near the Arizona-New Mexico state line.
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Fire still burning after freight train derailment
Authorities say a freight train derailment and fire have forced the closure of a key east-west interstate trucking route near the Arizona-New Mexico state line.
Russia arrests another suspect in concert hall attack that killed 144
A Moscow court has detained another suspect as an accomplice in the attack by gunmen on a suburban Moscow concert hall in March.
Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.
College protesters dig in as demonstrations against war grow
Protesters nationwide are demanding that schools cut financial ties to Israel and divest from companies they say are enabling the conflict.
Match Group CEO on romance scams: "Things happen in life"
The CEO of the nation's largest online dating company responded to questions stemming from a yearlong CBS News investigation into the growing threat of romance scammers.
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Possible TikTok ban leaves some small businesses concerned for their survival
Under the new law signed this week, ByteDance has nine to 12 months to sell the platform to an American owner, or TikTok faces being banned in the U.S.
Here's how much income it takes to be considered rich in your state
The income needed to join your state's top earners can vary considerably, from a low of $329,620 annually in West Virginia to $719,253 in Washington D.C.
Many Americans retire far earlier than expected — and not by choice
About 7 in 10 retirees stop working before they turned 65. For many of them, it was for reasons beyond their control.
This small U.S. town is considered the best place to retire. Here's why.
With a relatively low average monthly cost of living and a low crime rate, this little-known town has a lot to offer retirees according to one report.
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Trump trial sees new witnesses to close out first week of testimony
Prosecutors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York called two new witnesses to the stand on Friday, rounding out the first week of testimony.
Senators renew scrutiny of border officers searching Americans' phones
Border officers have broad authority to search travelers' electronic devices without a warrant or suspicion of a crime.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
Biden says he's "happy to debate" Trump before 2024 election
"I am happy to debate him," President Biden said during an interview with Howard Stern.
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Pasteurization working to kill bird flu in milk, early FDA results find
Around 1 in 5 retail milk samples had tested positive for the bird flu virus, but further tests show it was not infectious.
Plans for menthol cigarette ban delayed due to "immense" feedback
The White House had been due to decide on the menthol cigarette rule in March.
Superbug from human eye drops outbreak spread to dogs
The discovery of drug-resistant bacteria in two dogs prompted a probe by the CDC and New Jersey health authorities.
"Vampire facials" at unlicensed spa infected 3 with HIV, CDC says
First known HIV cases from a nonsterile injection for cosmetic reasons highlights the risk of unlicensed providers.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
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Russia arrests another suspect in concert hall attack that killed 144
A Moscow court has detained another suspect as an accomplice in the attack by gunmen on a suburban Moscow concert hall in March.
Russia attacks Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones
Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities.
Virginia EMT arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammo allegedly found in luggage
The father of one now faces the potential of a mandatory minimum prison sentence of up to 12 years.
U.S. loses $30 million Reaper drone in Yemen
A U.S. MQ-9 Reaper has crashed in Yemen. It may be the third $30 million drone shot down by the Houthis since November.
University protests over Israel-Hamas war lead to more clashes
Police are cracking down at some university protests over Israel's war against Hamas in Gaza.
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2024 American Music Awards to air on CBS
Fans vote for the award winners — often leading to surprise winners and collaborative performances.
Sophia Bush comes out as queer in public essay, opens up about divorce
Sophia Bush filed for divorce from entrepreneur Grant Hughes in August 2023 after a year of marriage and started dating the former world champion soccer player afterward.
Kate Hudson says her relationship with her father, Bill Hudson, is "warming up"
Preview: In an interview to be broadcast on "CBS News Sunday Morning" April 28, the Oscar-nominated actress also talks about her debut as a singer-songwriter with the album "Glorious."
See inside Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow's home that's now on sale
Looking for a place to live in NYC? Zillow is now listing Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow's former home on the Upper East Side.
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Breakthrough AI tech speeding up MRI scans
NYU Langone Health and Meta have developed a new type of MRI that dramatically reduces the time needed to complete scans through artificial intelligence. CBS News correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports.
FCC votes to restore net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission voted to adopt net neutrality regulations, a reversal from the policy adopted during former President Donald Trump's administration. Christopher Sprigman, a professor at the New York University School of Law, joins CBS News with more on the vote.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Don't just track your steps: 4 health points to monitor on your smartwatch
Are you using your smartwatch to the fullest? Here are 4 metrics doctors say can be useful to track beyond your daily step count.
Why the U.S. struggles to combat romance scams
Local and federal authorities face challenges in investigating and prosecuting romance scammers because the scammers are often based overseas. Jim Axelrod explains.
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Why bats are vital to the ecosystem
Bats have often been called scary and spooky but experts say they play an important role in our daily lives. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains why the mammals are so vital to our ecosystem and the threats they're facing.
Doctor on lessons from Flint water crisis
Pediatrician Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, whose work has spurred official action on the Flint water crisis, told CBS News that it's stunning that "we continue to use the bodies of our kids as detectors of environmental contamination." She discusses ways to support victims of the water crisis, the ongoing work of replacing the city's pipes and more in this extended interview.
Flint residents on 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent Ash-har Quraishi spoke with residents about what the past decade has been like.
Paving the way to a greener future
According to the University of California, Davis, residential energy use is responsible for 20% of total greenhouse gas emissions in the U.S. However, one company is helping residential buildings reduce their impact and putting carbon to use. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn shows how the process works.
Cicada noise in S.C. prompts calls to sheriff
Emerging cicadas are so loud in one South Carolina county that residents are calling the sheriff's office asking why they can hear a "noise in the air that sounds like a siren, or a whine, or a roar." CBS News' John Dickerson has details.
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Dramatic video shows K9 deputies arrest double murder suspect
Angel Gabriel Cuz-Choc was found hiding in a wooded area after his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter were found dead in Florida.
K-9 deputies arrest man accused in double murders
Dramatic bodycam footage shows the moment Florida deputies and K-9 dogs close in on a double murder suspect hiding in a thickly wooded area.
"48 Hours" looks into Kristen Trickle's death
A new "48 Hours" investigation is looking into the death of a Kansas woman after she was found dying from a gunshot wound in 2019. The coroner initially ruled Kristen Trickle's death a suicide, but the local prosecutor said evidence on the scene didn't add up. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty has the story.
Romania court rules Andrew Tate's rape, human trafficking trial can start
A Bucharest court has ruled that a case against social media influencer Andrew Tate meets the required legal criteria and can go ahead, but there's no date set yet.
Killer buys sex doll with wife's life insurance payout
After Kristen Trickle died at her home in Kansas, her husband Colby Trickle received over $120,000 in life insurance benefits and spent nearly $2,000 on a sex doll supposedly to help him sleep.
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Astronauts confident Boeing's Starliner is finally ready for crew flights
Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they have complete confidence in the Starliner despite questions about Boeing's safety culture.
Man who hoped to be first Black astronaut in 1960s finally heading to space
In 1961, Ed Dwight was selected by President John F. Kennedy to enter an Air Force training program known as the path to NASA's Astronaut Corps. But he ultimately never made it to space.
Spacecraft spots "spiders" scattered across surface of Mars
The creepy patterns were observed by the European Space Agency's ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter.
Veteran taikonaut, 2 rookies launched to Chinese space station
The Shenzhou 18 crew will replace three taikonauts aboard the Chinese space station who are wrapping up a six-month stay.
Distant spacecraft sends data to Earth for first time in 5 months
In November 2023, NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft stopped sending "readable science and engineering data."
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PHOTOS: Baltimore bridge collapses after cargo ship rams into overpass
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
CBS newsman Charles Osgood (1933-2024)
We look back at the life and career of the longtime host of "Sunday Morning," and "one of the most enduring and most endearing" people in broadcasting.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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Mass timber is a type of wood being used to build large buildings, like high-rises and airports. Jeff Glor traveled to Oregon to understand more about the material, its safety, and whether it's sustainable to use long-term.
Japan works to preserve ancient tradition
Public baths have been the center of city life in Japan for centuries. But since 2006, hundreds of such baths have closed. Some are working to preserve the ancient tradition, which they say allows for socializing and relaxation.
Game company puts new spin on virtual tennis
First there was "Tennis for Two," then Atari's "Pong." Tennis has been a popular subject for video games for decades. Now, gaming company 2K Games is putting a unique spin on the classic game with "Topspin Tennis," which features real-life athletes. Michelle Miller has more.
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